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Movies like Mosquito (2017)

The best movies like Mosquito (2017) are A Toxic Love Story (2026), Zero Days (2016) and Voyeur (2017). If Mosquito hooked you with its documentary, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. A Toxic Love Story (2026)

    A string of threatening emails escalates into a revenge plot involving a newly married US marshal and his ex-girlfriend.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  2. Zero Days (2016)

    Alex Gibney explores the phenomenon of Stuxnet, a self-replicating computer virus discovered in 2010 by international IT experts. Evidently commissioned by the US and Israeli governments, this malware was designed to specifically sabotage Iran’s nuclear programme. However, the complex computer worm ended up not only infecting its intended target but also spreading uncontrollably.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  3. Voyeur (2017)

    Legendary journalist Gay Talese unmasks a motel owner who spied on his guests for decades. But his bombshell story soon becomes a scandal of its own.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

  4. The Class of ‘92 (2013)

    A detailing of the rise to prominence and global sporting superstardom of six supremely talented young Manchester United football players (David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Phil and Gary Neville). The film covers the period 1992-1999, culminating in Manchester United's European Cup triumph.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  5. Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20 (2022)

    An inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  6. After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News (2020)

    An investigation into the ongoing threat caused by the phenomenon of “fake news” in the U.S., focusing on the real-life consequences that disinformation, conspiracy theories and false news stories have on the average citizen.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  7. Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food (2023)

    Through revealing interviews with experts and victims' families, this gripping documentary examines the problem of deadly foodborne illness in the US.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  8. S4: The Bob Lazar Story (2026)

    Over 35 years after Bob Lazar's revelations, this documentary exposes secrets of a facility the government still denies. Featuring Lazar's testimony, recreations, and new evidence, it reopens a case that continues to spark global curiosity

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  9. Above Majestic (2018)

    A look at the origins, history and conspiracies behind the "Majestic 12", a clandestine group of military and corporate figureheads charged with reverse-engineering extraterrestrial technology.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  10. Jim: The James Foley Story (2016)

    In August, 2014, a video of the public execution of American photojournalist James Foley rippled across the globe. Foley wore an orange jumpsuit as he knelt beside an ISIS militant dressed in black. That image challenged the world to deal with a new face of terror. And it tested one American family. Seen through the lens of filmmaker Brian Oakes, Foley’s close childhood friend, Jim takes us from small-town New England to the adrenaline-fueled front lines of Libya and Syria, where Foley pushed the limits of danger to report on the plight of civilians impacted by war.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  11. Naqoyqatsi (2002)

    A visual montage portrait of our contemporary world dominated by globalized technology and violence.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  12. Come See Me in the Good Light (2025)

    In an intimate and joyful story of love in the face of loss, celebrated poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley find strength—and unexpected hilarity—in what might be their final year together.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  13. Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story (2025)

    Unravel the case of Utah therapist Jodi Hildebrandt, whose child abuse arrest with parenting YouTuber Ruby Franke exposed a twisted tale of manipulation.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  14. Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Hawkeye (2022)

    Join the likes of Jeremy Renner, Hailee Steinfeld, Florence Pugh, and Vincent D’Onofrio as they reveal how Marvel Studios’ “Hawkeye” was conceived and created. Witness firsthand what it took to pull off the show’s pulse-pounding action set pieces, and discover how iconic characters from the pages of Marvel Comics such as Kate Bishop were adapted and brought to life for the six-episode series.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  15. Con Mum (2025)

    A chef's life is upended when a jet-setting, champagne-sipping, hotel-hopping woman claims to be his long-lost mother.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  16. Drew: The Man Behind the Poster (2013)

    A documentary on legendary movie-poster artist Drew Struzan.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  17. The Battered Bastards of Baseball (2014)

    Hollywood veteran Bing Russell creates the only independent baseball team in the country—alarming the baseball establishment and sparking the meteoric rise of the 1970s Portland Mavericks.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  18. What We Left Behind: Looking Back at Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (2018)

    A documentary exploring the legacy of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, the reasons it went from the black sheep of Star Trek to a beloved mainstay of the franchise, and a brainstorm with the original writers on what a theoretical eighth season of the show could look like.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  19. Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Moon Knight (2022)

    Join the likes of Oscar Isaac and Ethan Hawke as they reveal how Marvel Studios' Moon Knight was painstakingly brought to life. Through insightful interviews with cast and crew, along with immersive footage from the set, and a candid "roundtable discussion" with the series' directors, this "making-of" pulls back the curtain on the groundbreaking series of Marvel Studios' newest hero.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  20. Fuck (2006)

    A documentary on the expletive's origin, why it offends some people so deeply, and what can be gained from its use.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  21. Hawaii's Forest Birds: Avian Malaria and Mosquito Research (2018)

    Many factors are contributing to the decline in Hawaii’s forest bird populations, loss of habitat, climate change.. invasive species, but none more than disease. Avian Malaria and avian Poxvirus are spread by human introduced Mosquitoes. Historically, mosquitoes did not exist on Hawaii and native bird species never developed resistance to mosquito transmitted diseases. Because of this, mosquitoes have devastated many native bird populations.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  22. Mückenalarm - Invasion der Plagegeister (2015)

    Mosquitoes - a plague that can even be life-threatening. Exotic mosquito species are conquering Europe - and they can spread dangerous tropical diseases. Author John A. Kantara looks for the latest findings from climate researchers, mosquito exterminators and genetic researchers who are trying to get to grips with the problem with sometimes risky experiments.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  23. Des Moustiques et des Hommes (2022)

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  24. Mygghelvetet (TBA)

    A little bug with the ability to ruin everyone's summer. Program host Linnea Huhta gets to the bottom of the mosquito issue in Övertorneå. What exactly are these mosquitoes and can they be stopped?

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  25. Of Thee I Sting (1946)

    A mosquito army trains for, then goes on, an attack mission.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style

  26. The Shadow in My Eye (2021)

    On March 21st, 1945, the British Royal Air Force set out on a mission to bomb Gestapo's headquarters in Copenhagen. The raid had fatal consequences as some of the bombers accidentally targeted a school and more than 120 people were killed, 86 of whom were children.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style

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  27. Quark and the Mosquitos (1987)

    Trying to please a group of villagers, Quark the troll is troubled by a horde of mosquitoes.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style

  28. Mosquito Man (2005)

    Police lieutenant detective Thomas 'Thom' Randall's steady girl-friend, Dr. Jennifer 'Jen' Allen, is Dr. Aaron Michaels's main assistant on his pharmaceutical firm Bellion's research program to cure the highly contagious, fatal infection Guinin. A convicted murderer, whom Thom arrested, is one of their special drug test subjects, but escapes. The convict and Jen are affected by radioactively altered DNA from an experimental reactor used on mosquitoes which transfer quinine. The convict soon mutates into a mosquito-like monster, which sucks its victims dry. By the time Thom and his junior murder brigade partner Charlie Morrison figure out what happens, Jen starts mutating herself.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style

  29. Malaria (2012)

    A Gambian family is at dilemma whether they should go see a traditional healer or go to a hospital after their daughter catches malaria by a mosquito bite.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style

  30. Mosquito (1994)

    An alien starship crashes in a swamp in a U.S. National Park. Some mosquitos begin to feed from the alien's corpses, causing them to grow to the size of a vulture. These mutant insects became very agressive, killing every human being they find. Will the few survivors fight successfully against this nightmare...?

    Why it matches: Similar story and style

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best movies like Mosquito?

The closest matches to Mosquito are A Toxic Love Story (2026), Zero Days (2016) and Voyeur (2017). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after Mosquito?

Start with A Toxic Love Story (2026), the closest match to Mosquito.

What is the highest-rated movie like Mosquito?

The Shadow in My Eye (2021), rated 7.8/10 by 577 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like Mosquito?

A Toxic Love Story (2026) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like Mosquito?

Yes: A Toxic Love Story (2026), Zero Days (2016) and Voyeur (2017).

How are movies similar to Mosquito chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Mosquito, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.

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